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whats on the test for a CDL Class C?

Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by TheFreightTrain, Feb 27, 2011.

  1. Feb 27, 2011 #1
    TheFreightTrain

    TheFreightTrain Light Load Member

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    I was told that I need to get a class C CDL to drive the cargo van slash sprinter vans. I was just curious what kind of questions are on the CDL class C test so I know what to study for.
     
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  3. Feb 27, 2011 #2
    lil may

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    There isn't a test you just need to either add haz mat or passenger end to regular drivers license to upgrade to CDL C
     
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  4. Feb 27, 2011 #3
    TheFreightTrain

    TheFreightTrain Light Load Member

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    ooo ok thans Lil_May, Some people been telling me Id have to take written test, road test, and know how to do pre trip inspections, which I could see needing to know the pre trip stuff. Sorry for asking so many dumb questions but hey thats how ya learn what ya need to do the way I see it :)
     
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  5. Feb 27, 2011 #4
    lil may

    lil may Road Train Member

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    Go to your local BMV and they can help you with every thing
     
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  7. Feb 27, 2011 #5
    TheFreightTrain

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    I plan on doing that tomorow :)
     
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  8. Feb 28, 2011 #6
    ratherbtruckin

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    Why do a C? If you're gonna expedite, do a B. Yes, theres air brakes, and pretrip, BUT......you can drive a BIG straight truck then, and I hear those make pretty good money too.
     
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  9. Feb 28, 2011 #7
    TheFreightTrain

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    Id just feel more comfortable driving a cargo van or a sprinter
     
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  10. Feb 28, 2011 #8
    ratherbtruckin

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    I'm not sure, but that might just be less paperwork anyway. If I'm understanding it right, C/V's and Sprinters don't log, and don't scale, and the HOS is by carrier and not FMCSA. Personally speaking though, I'd rather the B, opens up more possibilities if expediting isn't for you.
     
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  11. Mar 2, 2011 #9
    Flying Dutchman

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    Some of those vans require a B anyway depending on size. But if you test without airbrakes, in some states, you cannot legally drive a vehicle with them until you road test with them. This debate has been had before, it varies by state.
     
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